Continuous Cup review
A focused web platform for judged, in-person contests with check-in and live results.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Continuous Cup is a browser-based platform for organizers running judged competitions and scored events. It fits tasting and maker contests, awards, creative competitions, pitch and science fairs, races, leagues, heats, finals and knockout brackets. Public competition pages, staff-assisted entry collection, walk-up registration and check-in give organizers several ways to bring participants into an event. Judges can score from a phone, tablet or laptop browser without installing an app.
The judging workflow is the product’s standout area. Organizers can invite judges, accept judge applications and automatically assign entries. Optional anonymized judging uses anonymous entry codes, while rubric-based scoring and multiple aggregation methods support different evaluation models. Panel agreement and judge drift checks add review points for panels, and public voting can run alongside judged scoring. For physical events, QR-code tracking and check-in connect entry handling with competition records. Live standings, published results, certificates and verifiable credentials extend the workflow beyond score collection.
Continuous Cup uses cloud deployment and a web platform, with Stripe listed as its integration and email as its support channel. Its freemium model includes a free plan, giving organizers a way to start without committing to a paid tier. The combination of check-in, assignment, scoring controls and published standings makes it a strong fit for small and mid-market teams managing in-person judged events. Organizations that need a native app, a broader integration ecosystem or support beyond email should compare alternatives designed around those requirements.
Continuous Cup pros and cons
- Where it wins
- QR-code check-in and tracking support physical contest entries
- Anonymized judging, rubrics and multiple score aggregation methods
- Live standings, public voting and shareable published results
- Where it doesn't
- Web-only access requires a browser on supported devices
- Stripe is the only listed integration
- Support is provided through email
Continuous Cup fact sheet, pricing and score →
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